-Photo by Jamie Nicholson, Pasadena Fire Dept
On September 8, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Pasadena Fire personnel responded to a well involved carport fire at 603-605 S. Marengo Ave in the alley. Two vehicles were totaled and three sustained moderate damage in addition to minor exposure to an adjacent business and carport. Approximately 20 residents were temporarily evacuated. Estimated damage is $200,000. Approximately 22 fire personnel were on-scene for over four hours. This fire was determined to be intentionally set (arson). The Fire Department is urging anyone with information who may have heard, seen or have tips about this incident to please call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or the Pasadena Fire Department at 626-744-4040.